Though based in London’s East End, Samantha’s music has more in common with contemporary Scandinavian music (Rune Grammofon et al.) where a lot of importance is placed upon the subtleties of tone, timbre and atmospherics. Of equal influence is instrumental and so-called ‘absolute’ music which constantly informs her melodic approach.
Her songs are typically reflective, always honest – everyday issues dealt with pensive melancholy, nostalgic yearning and a mature insight that belies her years.
Singer/songwriter and flautist Samantha Whates was born in Bridgnorth, Shropshire and spent her formative years in the Middle East, Scotland, and England. She is now based in London where she performs live at many of the capital’s top venues, including The Electroacoustic Club, Cargo and the Strongroom Bar. Recently, her demo recordings for NSR have been receiving radio airplay, most notably on ‘New Ground’ for KCRW radio, Southern California’s premier independent station and BBC 6.
I got goosebumps when you played your set at Baobabs lastnight! :oD You were wonderful! Very much look forward to seeing you live again soon, ....Village kids is a personal fave, but, blimey! they're all great, lovely lyrics!
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